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2025 IT Risk Advisory Summer Intern - Pittsburgh

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Schneider Downs

Jan 26

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

  • The candidate must be pursuing a degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, MIS, or related field, with an anticipated graduation date between Dec 2025 and Aug 2026. They should have a preferred GPA of 3.3 (3.0 minimum) or relevant work/volunteer experience. Availability to begin full-time work between Jan 2026 - Oct 2026 is required.
  • The candidate will analyze IT risks, evaluate security controls, perform tests on IT processes, assess evidence for compliance requirements, and assist on special projects.

Requirements

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), or related field
  • Must have an anticipated graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026, and be available to begin full-time work between January 2026-October 2026
  • A preferred overall GPA of 3.3 (3.0 minimum), or combination of educational success and applicable work and/or volunteer experience

Responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate and document IT risks and general computer and application controls
  • Evaluate security controls for various technology stacks, including Windows, Linux, Software as a Service Platforms, Cloud environments (Amazon Web Services, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform)
  • Perform and document test results and walkthroughs of IT processes and controls, including logical security, physical security, change management, risk assessment, vendor risk management, business continuity, privacy and governance
  • Evaluate evidence to determine if controls are designed and operating effectively to meet requirements for SOC 1, SOC 2 and/or Sarbanes-Oxley
  • Assist on special projects as assigned (e.g., data mining, security assessments, process flowcharting)

FAQs

What is the role of an IT Risk Advisory Summer Intern?

The IT Risk Advisory Summer Intern will work as part of the engagement team on IT compliance or advisory projects, assisting management in preparing risk assessments, audit plan programs, and internal audit reports. They will support various clients across different industries in both the public and private sectors.

What kind of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will be involved in projects focusing on governance, risk, and compliance, specifically testing IT and security controls to assess whether organizations meet control requirements for various security control frameworks.

Is this internship remote, in-person, or hybrid?

Schneider Downs has embraced a hybrid work model for this role, meaning that the intern will have flexibility to work both from home and in the office.

What are the expected working hours for the internship?

The internship requires availability during standard working hours, Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm.

How long is the internship duration?

The summer session for the internship typically runs from mid-May to mid-August.

What opportunities does this internship provide for career development?

This internship is designed to prepare participants for roles in governance, risk, and compliance, offering practical experience and skills in IT compliance and advisory work.

In which location is the internship based?

The internship is based in Pittsburgh.

Schneider Downs

Big Thinking. Personal Focus.

Accounting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1956
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Schneider Downs is one of the 60 largest public accounting firms in the United States and the fourth-largest public accounting and business advisory firm in Western Pennsylvania. The firm offers more than 80 services from five business units: Assurance and Tax Advisors; Business Advisors; Corporate Finance Advisors; Technology Advisors; and Wealth Management Advisors. With offices in Pittsburgh and Columbus, Schneider Downs serves clients in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, New York, Maryland and around the world. Schneider Downs is an independent member of PrimeGlobal, the third largest association of independent accounting firms in the world.